Pillsbury Leads West Point Class of 1900 Stars
George B. Pillsbury son of Dr. George H. Pillsbury of this city is honor man in this year's class at West Point. He heads the cadet class of 1900 and can choose any second lieutenancy or a commission in the Engineer Corps. Cadet Edward M. Adams, Edmund M. Rhett, Gustave R. Lukesh, and Charles R. Lawson round out the top five, with Adams briefly challenging for first place. Cadet Pillsbury stands six feet two inches tall and serves as president of the Dialectic society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George B. Pillsbury
George H. Pillsbury
West Point
United States Military Academy
Uncle Sam
McKinley
Military Academy
Army
Engineer Corps
Pillsbury
Academy
Dialectic Society
Edward M. Adams
Massachusetts
Michi
Adams
Edmund M. Rhett
Rhett
South Carolina
Gustave R. Lukesh
Ohio
Worthern Street Baptist to Call Charles R McNally as Pastor
The Worthern Street Baptist Church society met to call Charles R McNally of the Newton Theological Institute as pastor. The church had already voted to extend a call, Findlay Stevenson as moderator and Walter Carr as clerk presided. On a unanimous vote the society concurred with the church in calling McNally. Pulpit supply committee to set the start date was authorized and the meeting adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthern Street Baptist Church Society
Charles R. McNally
Newton Theological Institute
McNally
Findlay Stevenson
Walter Carr
Portrait of Grand Chief Ranger Honored by Prosperity Circle
Prosperity Circle of Independent Companions of the Forest hosted Grand Chief Ranger William H. Stafford last night. A life size bust portrait of the grand chief ranger was presented along with a bouquet as a token of esteem. Miss Lizzie McNamee, chief companion, gave the presentation speech and Stafford responded. The portrait will join other hall portraits. The entertainment included songs by Mr Sheehan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prosperity Circle
Companions of the Forest
William H. Stafford
Stafford
Lizzie McNamee
Sheehan
Silent recital features Rourke Loury and guests
A small recital lists performers including J Rourke F ONeal and Miss Kate Manahan with Grace Wood and Mabel Dimodana. Grand Secretary James J Gallagher presides with pianist and remarks noted in the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ry Rourke
J. Loury
F. O'Neil
Kate Manahan
Grace Wood
Mabel Dimodana
James J. Gallagher
City Hall Water Board Re-elects John W Crawford Clerk
The Water Board at city hall re elected John W Crawford as clerk. The sewer committee reviewed streets with sewer needs and held hearings on petitions. McKinley avenue sewer laid on table for city engineer investigation. several other petitions recommended or Withdrawn as noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Water Board
John W. Crawford
McKinley Avenue
Alexander Moir
West Sixth Street
Wm. H. Bent
Saunders Street
Pawtucket
Wm. H. Howard
Foster Street
Lowell City Actions Hit On Streets And Finances
A council considers Meadowcroft street sewer and bids for Market street paving with Pitch lake asphalt. The overseers approve May bills, allocate 100 for Fourth of July at the city farm, and grant vacations to Supt Pinder’s assistants. The water board reelects John W Crawford as clerk and calls for 5000 tons coal bids with 500 bond. Both council branches meet tonight with talks of an industrial commission and two street department investigations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Market Street
City Farm
Pinder
the Water Board
John W. Crawford
Elity Council
Casey
Lowell
Street
No bicycle race dropped from Fourth of July plans
The Fourth of July sports sub committee voted to remove bicycle races from the day's entertainment and recommended to the general committee that the $150 set aside be added to a general fund of $5 from the $4000 appropriation. Last year $275 was reserved for a general committee fund. The move stems from insufficient funds to make bicycle races viable.
City Coal Bins Contract Won By Moore & Bennett
Purchasing Agent Barnard reviewed five local coal dealers bids to fill city buildings and the farm with five thousand tons of hard coal for the coming year. Moore & Bennett Coal Co. offered the lowest bid, about twenty five thousand dollars. About 800 tons go to the city farm 3100 tons to schools and 1100 tons to be delivered as needed next winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnard
City Farm
Moore & Bennett Coal Co
Wm. E. Livingston
E. A. Wilson & Co
D. W. Horne & Son
Edward Cawley
Moore & Bennett Company
Middlesex Superior Court Opens in Cambridge for June Term
The Middlesex county superior criminal court began its June term in Cambridge with a grand jury session to review 70 plus cases. Highlights include Edward Naganzi, a self styled seer, charged with $2000 larceny from Mrs. Ellen A. McKenna, held in Marlboro for grand jury with $5000 bail. Tests from Lowell involve Willet, Greenwood, Wilson on breaking and entering and larceny, and Reed with Maguire on larceny from the person. Tallas and Mellias to be arraigned in Ayer on breaking and entering and larceny charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlesex County Superior Criminal Court
Cambridge
Grand Jury
Edward Naganzi
Boston
Marleboro
Ellen A. McKenna
Naganzi
Marlboro Court
Lowell
David Willet
Delard Greenwood
James Wilson
Frank Reed
Cornelius Maguire
Peter Tallas
George Mellias
Ayer
Royal travel and diplomatic schedules in Europe noted
London reports Shah's late July or early August arrival with a Guildhall reception and address in a gold box. European royalty plan movements including Queen Olga to Paris and Denmark, Princess Victoria’s lengthy Eden Hall stay with cycling trips, and Emperor Franz Joseph planning a quiet 70th birthday in Vienna with other sovereigns visiting beforehand. King Christian of Denmark intends to visit Wiesbaden to take the waters after Paris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Shah
Guildhall
Athens
Corfu
George
Aix les-Bains
Paris
Denmark
Queen Olgia
Russia
Princess Victoria of Wales
Marlborough House
Sir Richard
Lady Musgrave
Eden Hall
Penrith
Victoria
Maj. Harbord
Tom Musgrave
Germany
Vienna
Austria
Francis Joseph
Christian
Wilesbadeno
Bargain Sale on Damaged Percales and Ducks Friday
A. G. Pollard & Co offers 25 cases of slightly damaged Percales and 600 pieces with a 1c to 12% price range. 400 pieces of Russian Duck incur similar pinhole damage. Goods offered at 7c per yard in Palmer street window display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer Street
A. G. Pollard & CO
Selvage
Cosy five room cottage near mills for sale
A nearly new cottage with 7 rooms and bathroom offers $1250 cash and $100 cash down at 5 percent interest. 3000 feet of land in a choice Lowell location near the electric line. Owner moved from the city and must sell. Also five acres at $150 per acre and 10 acres at $100 per acre. Contact T. H. Huliott, 64 Central Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
T. H. Huliott
Central Street
Public Baths Movement In Lowell Organizes Support
A citizens committee led by Alfred E. Rose and Arthur T. Stafford formed yesterday to push public baths in Lowell. Mrs. M. E. Hall has gathered pledges totaling hundreds of dollars, with a $500 pledge possibly rising to $1000. The group urged temporary baths this summer and asked city council to establish five baths at specific locations, noting Lawrence’s cost of $1300 per bath and $400 annual upkeep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
Alfred E. Rose
Arthur T. Stafford
M. E. Hall
Hiram F. Mills
Francis W. Qua
Walter Coburn
James W. Bennett
W. T. Carolin
Thos. Nesmith
Frederic Lawton
A. E. Rose
Vesper Boat House
Pawtucket Canal
Little Canada
Concord River
Central Bridge
Lawrence
Diaz Climb A 40 Foot Rope At Mex City Gym
Dr E F Huidekoper recounted a tale told by Powell Clayton in which President Diaz of Mexico, supposedly ill, shows fitness by climbing a 40 foot rope at the military academy after dining with Clayton at Chapultepec. The anecdote, relayed from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, notes Diaz finishes easily and laughs as General Clayton helps with his coat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Powell Clayton
United States
Mexico
Diaz
Republic
E. F. Huidekoper
Philadelphia
Chapultepec
Military Academy of
Gen. Clayton
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
A Cheap Source of Nitrogen
Nikola Tesla argues in Century that converting atmospheric nitrogen into useful compounds via electric power and steam could fertilize soil cheaply, boosting global food supply. He envisions an inexhaustible industry increasing human mass and energy, rivaling iron in future importance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nikola Tesla
Atchison Pref Stock Upped to Five Percent Dividend
The market opens with two dividend notices attracting attention. Atchison preferred raises the yearly dividend from 3 to 5 percent, trading around 72.5 to 73. Sugar common pays 1 percent quarterly, steadier at 116 to 118. Market remains dull amid limited outside buying, with short-covering driving recent advances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Preferred
Atchison
Rolston and Bass
Iowa
Cotton Crop Outlook for 1900 From New Orleans Times-Democrat
The article surveys the 1900 cotton prospects across the belt noting an eight percent rise in planted acreage, large fertilizer purchases reduced by April rains, and no seed shortage. It highlights varying plant conditions with Texas worst, forecasts for normal harvest dates, and argues reserves will influence prices as the South markets its staple. It concludes with market caution and optimism for steady demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Texas
Markets Report for Boston and New York by Bright Sears
The Boston and New York markets are reported by Bright, Sears & Co. showing price movements, opening trends, and notable shifts in shares, commodities, and bonds as traders weigh inflation signals and economic data for the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright, Sears & Co
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Blood Purification Cure
Advertisement claims bad blood causes catarrh rheumatism and humors and presents Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that cures them and boosts appetite and energy. It asserts relief from fatigue and loss of appetite through the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Mood's Pills Ad Claims Quick Liver Relief
An advertisement touts Mood's Pills as cures for liver ills biliousness and indigestion. It promises the medicine is easy to take and operate, urging readers to tell advertisers they saw the Courier ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Courier
Also Mentioned on This Page
Army of Engineer Corps
Society
Herors
City Hall
Boston Cloak and Bus Store
Merrimack Street
A. Donohoe
Merrill Street
Meadowcroft Street
Badger
Superior Criminal Court
Stock Market
American Sugar Refining Co
Havemeyer
Post
National Sugar Co
Erie Telephone System
Pretoria
Kansas
Oklahoma
Touraine
Southern
Olympia
Columabia
New Orleans Times- Democrat
Parrot Mining
Union Pacific
Sugar
New York
Exchange Building
Chicago
New York Consolidated Stock Exchange
George T. Sullivan
Sullivan & Sullivan
State Street
Mass
History of
Morocco
Courier-Citizen Office
Oe Wei
Rk Gsik
New York Market
Sugar Ref. Co
Fi Atchison
Atchison Pfd
Brooklyn R T
Cen
Eee C. B
O. & G. West
Wee
Col. F. & Iron Seneneee DL
I L. Nusepense Mex Central
Eee
Manhattan
Iran
Paoi Co
No. Pacific
Sae
Tone
Or & Id .Tenn. O. I
Union P. Lffe
Union P. Pret Beens
U.S
Il i West Union
Bolg
Wheeling & L. By
Montana
Cochiti
al Santa Ysabel
Bell
N. BE. Gas & Coke
A. G Pollard & CO
A. G. Pollard
Merrimack, Palmer and
Middle Sts
Harvard Ale
Harvard Brew. CO
Lowell, Mass
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!